The Nurse Is Caring for a Client Who Is Being

Multiple Choice

The nurse is caring for a client who is being discharged following abdominal surgery with an incision. Which instruction is most important for the nurse to teach this client regarding wound healing?

A) "Thoroughly irrigate the wound with hydrogen peroxide once a day."
B) "Apply a lubricating lotion to the edges of the wound twice a day."
C) "Add more fruits and vegetables to your diet."
D) "Notify the healthcare provider if you notice swelling, warmth, or tenderness at the wound site."